What to know about food stamps

More than 47 million Americans received help from the Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program, also known as food stamps, in 2013. Find out more about who is receiving food stamp benefits and what they can be used for.

More than 47 million Americans received help from the Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program, also known as food stamps, in 2013. Find out more about who is receiving food stamp benefits and what they can be used for.

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